HOUSEHOLD CLEANERS MARKET ANALYSIS

Market Challenges And Opportunities

These cleaners are formulated with synthetic fiber materials, plastics, and an array of chemical ingredient ranging from solvents, petrochemicals to surfactants. According to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), 62 chemicals found in these household cleaners are toxic and are unsafe to use. According to EPA, chemicals such as phthalates, perchloroethylene (PERC), triclosan, Quaternary ammonium compounds (QUATS), 2-Butoxyethanol, Ammonia, Chlorine, and Sodium hydroxide are commonly used in cleaners and are potential skin-irritant and can cause sore throat or asthma. Moreover, the artificial fragrances that are added in these cleaners can also cause headache, irritation in eyes, respiratory irritation, and others. As per data released by National Institute of Occupational Health, 2012, that one-third of these fragrances are deemed to be toxic. These are the major factors expected to hinder growth of the market. Owing to these above mentioned factors, consumers have started adopting natural home-made solutions made from baking soda, vinegar, citric acid, and essentials oils.